AP Physics Quiz #3 SHM and Waves

What happens to the frequency if the wavelength is smaller and the speed is constant?

• Frequency increases

• Frequency decreases

• Frequency remains the same

• Frequency becomes zero

Which of the following is NOT an example of a wave?

• Sound wave

• Water wave

• Light wave

• Static electricity

What is the primary function of waves?

• To create sound

• To carry energy from one place to another

• To produce light

• To generate electricity

What is the formula for frequency in terms of period?

• f = T

• f = 1/T

• f = T^2

• f = T/2

What does the symbol 'f' represent in wave terminology?

• Frequency

• Amplitude

• Period

• Wavelength

Which of the following is true about the relationship between period and frequency?

• As period increases, frequency increases

• As period increases, frequency decreases

• Period and frequency are unrelated

• Period and frequency are always equal

What does the variable 'f' represent in simple harmonic motion?

• Force

• Frequency

• Friction

• Flux

What is the unit of the spring constant (k) in simple harmonic motion?

• Newton's/meter

• Joules/meter

• Hertz/meter

• Pascals/meter

What is the nature of the force in simple harmonic motion according to Hooke's Law?

• Elastic restoring force

• Gravitational force

• Magnetic force

• Frictional force

What is the formula for Hooke's Law?

• Fs = kx

• Fs = -kx

• Fs = k/x

• Fs = x/k